Senior Ground Network Engineer - SWISSto12

SWISSto12 is one of the world’s fastest-growing aerospace companies, evolving from its pioneering use of 3D printing technologies for high-performance Radio Frequency (RF) products and applications to recently announcing the manufacture of entire geostationary telecom satellites, called HummingSat, that define a new category in space.

HummingSat is the world’s first commercial telecom GEO SmallSat developed in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA). Its uniquely compact size combined with highly capable telecom payloads allows telecommunications operators to deploy a cost-efficient, compact and agile asset without sacrificing performance or security. HummingSat has recently been selected by Inmarsat to build three I-8 satellites and in 2022 by Intelsat to build the IS-45 satellite.

SWISSto12 is also a leading provider of Radio-Frequency (RF) products and subsystems. The company’s patented 3D printing technologies and associated product designs are unique to deliver lightweight, compact, highly performing, and competitive RF products.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Terrestrial Antennas Engineer to join our development and customer programs for our HummingSat GEO satellite product line. If you are looking for position where you can play an active role in contributing to innovative and growing company, this role is for you.

In this role, you will be responsible for the following functions:

Phased Array Terrestrial Antenna Systems:

• Act as the lead system engineer for the design and development of a new product line of phased array electronically steerable terrestrial antenna systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including RF engineers, software developers, and manufacturing specialists, to drive product innovation and development.
• Lead product management efforts, defining product requirements, roadmaps, and ensuring alignment with market needs.
• Oversee the testing, validation, and integration of new antenna systems, ensuring top-tier performance and reliability.
• Engage with customers and stakeholders to understand their needs and translate these into technical requirements.

Ground Antenna Network for HummingSat:

• Design and develop the ground antenna network infrastructure to support the HummingSat spacecraft line.
• Manage the procurement process, identifying and collaborating with vendors to acquire state-of-the-art ground antenna systems.
• Ensure the ground network is optimized for critical mission phases, providing seamless communication during spacecraft launch, early orbit phase (LEOP), and on-orbit operations.
• Oversee the installation, integration, and testing of ground antennas, ensuring they meet mission-specific requirements.
• Collaborate with mission operations teams to ensure the ground antenna network is ready for all critical mission phases, providing continuous support and troubleshooting as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in antenna design and systems engineering, with a focus on phased array and electronically steerable systems.
• Proven experience in product management, with a track record of successfully bringing new products to market.
• Strong understanding of satellite communication systems and ground network infrastructure.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills, capable of interfacing with customers, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Experience with procurement and vendor management is a plus.
• Willingness to travel as needed for project requirements.

Location:

Hybrid – Athens, Georgia or Hybrid – Foster City, California

Working conditions and contract: Please note that for US export control reasons, individuals who will be based in the US office need to be “US persons,” either US citizens or permanent residents.

More about SWISSto12: SWISSto12 has successfully established contracts with Inmarsat, Intelsat and ESA for HummingSat as well as an established and growing business for its RF product line in Europe, and the US with prominent partners and customers such as Thales, Frontgrade, Elbit, IAI, Profen and ESA. SWISSto12 spun-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) in 2011, is privately owned and backed by prominent Swiss and European Investors. SWISSto12 is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, and operates a US-subsidiary in Foster City California. The company is well funded for its near and mid-term developments and backed by a solid customer revenue stream